Congratulations to all of the winners for the 2022 ECB Domestic Cricket Journalism Awards
CMJ Young Journalist:
@tahahash
CMJ Broadcaster:
@edcricket6
Outstanding Online:
@TheCricketerMag
Regional and Outstanding Newspaper:
@LivEchoSport
What an astonishing day. Maiden 💯 from no.9, hat trick hero (again!). Words and records seldom do a day like that justice. An absolute privilege to witness.
#bbccricket
If anyone ever wondered why us commentators traipse the length and breadth of the country following this fickle game of ours, it's for moments like these. The adrenaline, the disbelief at what you've just seen. Cannot be beaten.
#bbccricket
Another thrilling game in the
@CountyChamp
. Two in two to finish for
@Gloscricket
, albeit Div 2 beckons. So ends my season, can scarcely believe it's over! It has been such a thrill and a privilege again to get to do what I love. Thanks to everyone who listened.
#bbccricket
Ahead of tomorrow, this seems like a good point for me to reveal that I will be covering every
@Gloscricket
match for
@bbcbristolsport
this coming season. To be a full part of a BBC service I grew up listening to is a thrill and an honour. Roll on the 7th!
#bbccricket
And so what has at times been an intensely difficult 2023 season ends.
Fades in comparison to that of 6 months without live cricket however.
Deepest thanks to those who've listened, and to the colleagues I've worked with. They really do make the summer.
#bbccricket
It seems I don't care about the physical representation of an award until I actually see it!
Yes, I am proud, but also delighted to pass the bat on to this year's CMJ award winner
@melissagstory
. In years to come they'll look at it and say who's that bloke there before Melissa?
One of the most astonishing hundreds you'll see from
@_tomprice_
. Only 93 balls with 4 sixes coming in at no.9 at 45/7.....oh and it was his maiden FC century.
#bbccricket
Amazing win, from almost nowhere, and another final day thriller. So many vital contributors for
@Gloscricket
, from avoiding the follow on, to keeping Northants to a reachable total, to a perfectly measured chase against a good attack. First to 6 wins!
#GoGlos
The sun sets on the 2021 season for
@Gloscricket
and for me. What a journey it has been. So many happy memories created, so many great people worked with and met along the way. Couldn't think of a much better way for it to finish.
#GoGlos
An extraordinary day for James Bracey and his side, ending in the highest victory margin for
@Gloscricket
vs any First Class opposition in List A cricket.
Highest individual score for Bracey (224*) and team score (454-3) in the format for Gloucestershire as well.
#BBCCricket
First time back at HQ in 2024, and the countdown to the new season is very much on!
Every ball of every
@Gloscricket
game is available via
@bbcbristolsport
on the BBC Sport website and app, as across all of county cricket! Cannot wait to bring it to you!
#bbccricket
As if missing out on Tier 1 was gutting enough for Gloucestershire, now the news Glam move in at the expansion stage, and Somst likely to host a Hundred team.
I've never been more scared about the future of cricket in the county AND maybe more importantly the city of Bristol.
Me for
@guardian_sport
:
Exclusive reaction from Durham as they pip Yorkshire to the post for a Tier 1 women’s team. (Yorkshire to be added to Tier 1 in 2027.)
Plus, why did Durham’s bid impress the ECB so much?
I always try to be thankful for every day I get to do this job, but every so often one comes along where you think "I can't believe I've just had the chance to do that". What an absolutely marvellous day alongside Jason Gillespie,
@JonathanDoidge
and
@do_cricket
.
#BBCCricket
Cheltenham delivers again! A heroic performance from
@Gloscricket
missing so many key faces. Feels like we've had about 30 days of cricket there in the best way, so many talking points, and that was only the start of the festival!!
#GoGlos
#countychampionship
Tools of the trade picked up and all set to go for another season, starting tomorrow in Cardiff. Even the soggy weather can't dampen the excitement! Every ball of every county game via
@BBCSport
website and app.
#bbccricket
From hover covers and cake, to time spent with friends old and new, to a huge
@Gloscricket
fightback earning a tough draw, an opening game that will certainly stick in the memory. Thanks to
@nickwebb2017
and
@EdBevanCricket
for being generous hosts! On to Bristol!
#bbccricket
Another double hundred, 10,000 FC runs, part of a record opening partnership for
@Gloscricket
v Surrey with the terrific Marcus Harris, seeing Glos all the way to maximum batting points, batting all day..... I can but 👏👏
@Cdent15
.
#bbccricket
An innings that felt more than a little emblematic of James Bracey the cricketer. Scored runs, took a heavy knock, bounced back up and carried on doing what he does best. Getting more runs.
#bbccricket
An amazing finish to a 4 days I've just loved on a personal level.
@scottread16
has been just the best company, and if you'd ever told me I'd get to commentate with
@BumbleCricket
and Paul Allott I'd never have believed it. Great fun with
@KevinHowells16
today as ever
#bbccricket
I may not have known Bob for as long as many, but I'm convinced I owe him an immense debt. His kindness, wonderful humour and deep joy in what he did relaxed even a 21 year old prone to anxiety. There was never any pressure, any complaint, just positivity and support. I miss him.
Gloucestershire is saddened to hear BBC commentator, Bob Hunt, has passed away aged 70.
Bob covered Gloucestershire for many years including during the 90's and early 00's when the club won six finals at Lord's.
The thoughts of everyone at Glos are with Bob's family & friends.
Amazing maiden 100 from this man, especially as he confirmed he only knew 7 minutes before the start he was playing!!
Another resounding victory for
@Gloscricket
to earn a home play-off game against Lancashire on Friday!
#BBCCricket
What an onslaught from this man and Ben Charlesworth!!
An amazing local derby win for
@Gloscricket
vs Somerset.
(Excuse the blur, the hands might not be the steadiest after that!)
#bbccricket
That moment after a 4 dayer when it all goes quiet....!
Fantastic fight from
@Gloscricket
today, highlighted by Ollie Price and James Bracey's terrific tons.
Enjoyed working with
@SportingLives1
and
@shahfaisalcric1
enormously. Till next time!
#bbccricket
Gloucestershire are THROUGH, and in some style!!!! Semi-final bound to take on Leicestershire on Tuesday.
Enormous fun on the broadcast with
@scottread16
and Kevin Howells.
#bbccricket
Another
@_WesternStorm
home season ends. The games have been such a pleasure to cover, with Orla Prendergast's ton at Cardiff a particular highlight.
But mostly it's been immense fun working with everyone throughout the season.
Huge thanks to everybody who watched and listened.
Another thumping win for
@Gloscricket
that means qualification remains in their hands!
Sensational 100 from
@jacktaylor141
, the fastest in List A cricket for Glos, more runs for
@ollieprice67
, a clinical bowling performance, and some real highlights in the field!
#bbccricket
Not to be, but from a personal point of view, a day I'll cherish. Getting to work at this stunning ground again with
@backandacross
, and the amazing opportunity to commentate alongside one of the great voices in the game in Jeremy Coney (tried to hold it together!!).
#bbccricket
Northamptonshire's defeat to Derbyshire means that
@Gloscricket
have QUALIFIED for the
@onedaycup
knockout stages!
And despite a heavy Worcestershire win, Gloucestershire remain ahead on NRR, so a win on Tuesday will secure a home play-off game.
#BBCCricket
#MetroBankFever
Div 1 not to be, but so much terrific cricket played by
@Gloscricket
over the 1st phase. Only 2 sides won 5 games. Fought hard today, a defiant 100 from
@tom_lace
was so pleasing to see. 10 straight days on comms ends for me, so naturally time for more cricket!
#ENGvIND
#GoGlos
This match has been quite something, in particular the way both sides have stared down the barrel and come back. I wish I could relive that Higgins and Lace partnership, truly special. You couldn't contrive a much better poised game heading into day 4 than this one.
#bbccricket
Fantastic day at the
@RoyalLondonCup
final
@TrentBridge
. First cricket I've watched as a spectator for about 2 years!! Felt good to be there for the conclusion of a wonderful competition.
#RLC21
Fingernails given a good going over around the ground, but a huge win for
@Gloscricket
's Blast campaign by 2 wickets over Surrey. Can they do the London double here Sunday afternoon on
@_WesternStorm
doubleheader day? Wouldn't want to miss it!
#bbccricket
A rare day without cricket for me, so thought I'd fill it with......cricket. Watching Sophia Dunkley's ton, an England win, and annoying the
@bbctms
team, all in gorgeous weather, made for a really splendid day.
#bbccricket
A pair of delighted openers walking off at tea after an amazing afternoon.
Back to back tons for Cameron Bancroft but what a moment for
@ben_c64
, a maiden hundred so richly deserved.
A scoreboard of dreams for
@Gloscricket
fans after two sessions.
#bbccricket
Really entertaining day if you're a
@Gloscricket
supporter. Glenn Phillips giving a reminder it doesn't matter too much what colour the ball is to him, vital knock from Hammond and the Prices with a beautifully constructed partnership to help add on further.
#BBCCricket
An unforgettable series, and I can't help but feel real sadness that it's over.
The end result and the quality of the games is the best possible reward for all the profile raising and investment both time and money-wise from so many people for so long.
#BBCCricket
Whatever happens tomorrow, an enthralling match, and an innings from George Scott that has shown his ability and resilience. Who knows which way this game will go?!
#bbccricket
One day down! James Bracey enjoyable to watch bat for so many reasons. He passed 3000 FC runs with a dismissive pull-shot going past the 63 needed for the milestone. The bowlers will need to be at their best though to ensure Glos aren't playing from behind.
#bbccricket
What a fantastic final day to watch. So pleased to see Graeme van Buuren reach that landmark, and both sides created a terrific spectacle and advert for 4 day cricket.
#bbccricket
QUARTER FINALISTS 🍾🍾🍾🍾
Lancashire's tie with Essex means The Shire have qualified for the Quarter Finals of the
@RoyalLondonCup
😍👏
UP THE SHIRE!!!
#GoGlos
💛🖤
2021 was again a year of new things for me including:
-Commentary in gear reminiscent of an Amundsen expedition
-Cheltenham festival behind the mic
-Appearances on 5 Live Sports Extra
-Cheltenham festival behind the mic on " !
-No longer having my Mum to share such events with
Such an enjoyable 4 days despite the battling defeat for Glos. Kevan James,
@melissagstory
,
@emzwinsa
, and
@davea60s
and some gorgeous weather made it a 4 days I'll still look back fondly on. Small matter of Somerset next week.......!
#bbccricket
One of those days to cherish! Back to back home wins for
@Gloscricket
to even their Blast record, a huge victory for
@_WesternStorm
and seeing so many kids getting to meet their heroes afterwards.
#BBCCricket
An opening win in the One Day Cup for
@Gloscricket
!
@ollieprice67
with another magnificent Cheltenham 💯, Harry Tector so impressive to watch live for the first time, and
@iamzafargohar
's spell with 40 dots was really crucial.
#BBCCricket
Outstanding performance once again from
@Gloscricket
, so many stars from the game but
@bobbybracey25
with his superbly controlled batting,
@ryanhiggins21
with his immaculate control and skill, and
@dominic_goodman
for a mightily impressive debut really will live in the memory.
Cannot express how crazily lucky I feel to have been at The Oval the last four days. Really a thing of dreams. Loved every moment alongside
@backandacross
and
@johnnybarran
, and thanks all
@surreycricket
for their warm hospitality (except on the pitch!)
#bbccricket
Who saw that coming at 35-4 after 6ov?! Another incredible win in some style. Bowling unit terrific, and Glenn Phillips......you can only marvel at the way he hits the ball. Skipper the unsung hero, vital innings and the usual pinpoint field placement
#bbccricket
#GoGlos
DisappointEd. If this tour isn't about looking at different players then why have 16/17 played, including new caps when Eng were trailing? If there was no intention of playing Payne at all, why pick a 4th L-armer? Feels from the outside like he's been messed about (again)
#WIvENG
The first double hundred, and the highest individual innings for Gloucestershire in List A cricket, underpinning their highest team innings. 👏👏
He's got to go out and captain and keep now!!
#BBCCricket
That's that from Headingley. Whilst another draw, memorable for a glorious maiden 100 for
@ollieprice67
and some great fun in the box with
@JonathanDoidge
and the cast of many. Meeting Jason Gillespie and all the Yorkshire players who gave up their time was fantastic.
#BBCCricket
Another
@_WesternStorm
season in the books. What an innings today by
@LuffSophie
, as good as it gets in 50 over cricket. Continue to feel so proud to be able to commentate on Storm, and such a pleasure to do so along with
@HannahT1194
&
@CassieCoombes98
. Bring on 2022!
Another cracking game of cricket, runs and wickets galore and an excellent crowd for a weekday and a tube strike. This is just such a special place to watch cricket.
#BBCCricket
#GoGlos
Dewald Brevis' stroke play makes me swoon. He's probably the first person I've noticed make the midwicket swipe into a form of art almost as elegant as the on drive.
Feel free to hurl accusations of cricketing blasphemy my way. I'm ready.
#SA20
Sunshine, cricket, bank holiday, the likes of Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt, Charlie Dean, Amanda-Jade Wellington & many more on show, all in the company of
@melissagstory
,
@HannahJTR_
and Kevan James. What time to be alive!
🎙️ on
@BBCSport
website, and on
@_WesternStorm
FB.
Fantastic company as ever at Derby, and I feel immensely for the groundstaff who can't even get to work when it's this wet.
After doing all this last year as well, and 6 months of anticipation for the new season, it just feels absolutely rotten. I'm fed up of it!
#bbccricket
Few things in life give me greater pleasure than watching a master of the craft of spin bowling go about their business on a surface offering just enough. 👏👏
@iamzafargohar
. Sterling work from
@_tomprice_
and co to build the position. A superb day for
@Gloscricket
.
#bbccricket
Sadly, having never had the chance to watch him, my personal abiding memory of Mike Procter was his dramatic call of that 1999 WC semi.
There can't be many other players who have left behind more memories, and whose legacy is still felt so keenly at a club to this day than him.
Some very sad news.
The former South Africa &
@Gloscricket
all-rounder Mike Procter has died.
He was 77.
Thoughts with his family & friends.
#BBCCricket
A gutsy fight from Gloucestershire on the final day, with the superb James Bracey leading the way. Had enormous fun on and off the air with
@JonathanDoidge
and
@KevinHowells16
(safe travels), and can't wait for my first trip to Old Trafford.
#bbccricket